Industrial Attachment Opportunities (May – July 2026 Intake) at Kenya Power (KPLC)

Kenya Power owns and operates most of the electricity transmission and distribution system in the country and sells electricity to over 4.8 million customers (as at June 29, 2016). The Company’s key mandate is to plan for sufficient electricity generation and transmission capacity to meet demand; building and maintaining the power distribution and transmission network and retailing of electricity to its customers. The Government has a controlling stake at 50.1% of shareholding with private investors at 49.9%. Kenya Power is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Mission Powering people for better lives. Vision To provide world-class power that delights our customers Core Values Customer First One Team Passion Integrity Excellence Quality Policy We are committed to providing high quality customer service by efficiently transmitting and distributing high quality electricity that is safe, adequate and reliable at cost effective tariffs. The Board, Management and staff of Kenya Power are committed to effective implementation and continual improvement of the Quality Management System that complies with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 in order to consistently meet its customers and other stakeholder's requirements and expectations.

Industrial Attachment Opportunities at Kenya Power (May – July 2026 Intake)

In line with the Government’s commitment to supporting youth empowerment, Kenya Power is offering exciting industrial attachment opportunities to continuing students to gain hands-on work experience and develop key employability skills.

Categories & Programs

Bachelor’s Degree

• Technical & Non-Technical programs

Diploma

• Technical & Non-Technical programs

Craft Certificate

• Electrical & Electronics Engineering (Power Option)
• Mechanical/Automotive Engineering
• Building & Civil Engineering
• Plumbing

Note: There are no vacancies for Information & Communication Technology (ICT) related courses for this intake.

Attachment Period

The industrial attachment opportunities are available in various departments for a maximum period of three (3) months, effective May to July 2026. Kindly note that the allowable period for attachment is strictly 3 months.

Requirements

Interested candidates should:

1. Be available full time for the duration of the program (3 months).
2. Be a continuing student pursuing a Degree, Diploma, or Craft Certificate (in the stated fields) in an accredited learning institution.
3. Have a valid introduction letter from their respective learning institution.
4. Have a valid personal accident insurance cover for the entire period of attachment.

References

• Undergraduate Attachment Reference No.: KP1/ATTGRAD/26/2
• Diploma Attachment Reference No.: KP1/ATTDIP/26/2
• Craft Certificate Attachment Reference No.: KP1/ATTCERT/26/2

How to Apply

Interested persons should submit their applications online by visiting the Kenya Power website:
http://www.kplc.co.ke under the Public Information tab and Career Opportunities section.

Application Process

a) Are you registered with us in our careers portal? Click here to register. 

b) For those who have successfully registered, you can login to apply for the latest opportunities (See candidate application guide).

Kenya Power is an equal opportunity employer. Female applicants and those from minority groups are also encouraged to apply. 

Application Deadline: Friday, 27th March 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Please read the available online manual for further guidance on the application process.

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